“Whilst it was pleasing that we were able to secure the additional funding from TAC to provide additional patrols and presence on our five high-risk roads, it is disturbing that 262 drivers were detected committing road-related offences for a total of 355 offences,” he said.

According to police, there were 215 speeding offences detected where the driver was 10-25km/h over the speed limit. A further 18 offences were for more than 25km/h over the limit.

During the operation there were two drug offences, eight unlicensed drivers were nabbed and 13 were driving unregistered vehicles.

“Twenty-two mobile phone offences were detected which is also concerning as science tells us that distraction is another leading contributor towards road trauma,” Sergeant Stuhldreier said. “When driving these roads, ensure you drive at safe speeds, remain alert, and avoid distractions.”